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- Spread baking soda or freshly ground coffee in a shallow pan and let it stand uncovered in the refrigerator for a few days to absorb odors.
- Put a fabric softener sheet on the bottom of a wastebasket bin to prevent odors.
- Grind a few lemon rids and ice cubes down to the garbage disposal once a week to keep it smelling fresh.
- Lingering odors and be removed from plastic containers by putting crumpled-up newspaper inside and sealing it tight. Let sit overnight and the smell should disappear.
- To get rid of odors in the microwave, combine 1 C. water, grated peel and juice of 1 lemon and several whole cloves in a 2 C. glass measure cup. Boil for several minutes using 100% power. Allow to site in oven until cool. Wipe interior of microwave with a soft cloth.
- Remove garlic and onion odors by washing the countertop area with a solution of 1 Tbs. chlorine bleach and 1 C. water. Let sit for 5 minutes then rinse thoroughly.
